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About the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX

When space is limited

Who doesn't want a touchscreen receiver? I can tell you that I wouldn't want anything else in my car. With a touchscreen receiver like the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX DVD receiver puts everything you love in a cutting-edge DVD receiver into a DIN (2" tall) dash opening, including nearly seamless integration with my phone, providing easy access to navigation, music, podcasts, contacts and more. And best of all, the motorized screen folds away when not in use.

When space is limited

Who doesn't want a touchscreen receiver? I can tell you that I wouldn't want anything else in my car. With a touchscreen receiver like the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX DVD receiver puts everything you love in a cutting-edge DVD receiver into a DIN (2" tall) dash opening, including nearly seamless integration with my phone, providing easy access to navigation, music, podcasts, contacts and more. And best of all, the motorized screen folds away when not in use.

Smartphone compatibility

This Pioneer spreads the love to both iPhone® and Android™ users, offering compatibility with cutting edge interfaces that keep you connected and entertained when you're on the highway.

Apple CarPlay — CarPlay is an iOS user's dream. Plug in your iPhone and you'll access a super user-friendly iOS styled interface with voice control that lets you quickly jump into your music, podcasts, messages, streaming music and more. CarPlay's a no-brainer for me — it's the safest and easiest way to use your iPhone in the car, hands down.

Android Auto™ — Your media, nav, phone, apps, and more are organized in a simple, clean interface with voice control that gives Android users an easy way to hit the road.

WebLink® — WebLink makes it easy to access and display YouTube and other popular apps through a simple USB connection.

"This Pioneer puts everything you love in a cutting-edge DVD receiver into a DIN dash opening."

Intuitive, customizable interface

The AVH-3500NEX boasts a bright and crystal-clear VGA display with plenty of customization options. You can set your home screen to display your favorite sources, and then switch between them with just a single touch, letting you pay more attention to the road, and less to operating your stereo.

Spotify and Pandora® control

If you're like me and use streaming services a lot, you'll appreciate how you can control your Pandora and Spotify accounts from the receiver. Just connect your iPhone via USB or Bluetooth®, or pair up your Android with Bluetooth and you're all set. You can even create new Pandora stations on the fly just by pressing a button.

Bluetooth wireless command

The AVH-3500NEX is ready to roll with hands-free calling with your compatible phone, plus the ability to wirelessly stream and control music. Plus, with your compatible iPhone, you can take advantage of Siri Eyes Free functionality, using your voice to place calls, select music, hear notifications, add reminders — even compose and listen to text messages.

Awesome A/V

The receiver's LCD screen plays DVDs and other video content in bright, clear detail when you're parked. You can keep your passengers entertained by sending video from the receiver to a rear-seat screen — that sure helps keep things calm in the back seat. And you can plug in in a rear-view camera, plus enjoy parking guidelines with rear-view cams.

iDatalink Maestro lets you keep your factory extras

The AVH-3500NEX offers compatibility you won't find in many other aftermarket radios, thanks to the iDatalink Maestro module (not included). In a wide selection of vehicles, this module lets you keep factory features that you'd otherwise lose when you install a new radio. You'll also be able to check out engine performance data and other vehicle info on the Pioneer's screen. Once you've identified your vehicle, you'll see the iDatalink module offered on the way to the Shopping Cart if it's compatible.

Pioneer AVH-3500NEX

The AVH-3500NEX replaced a double din in my 2014 Challenger (Uconnect) and so far it has been awesome. My preference is the flip out type and it was the right choice. Excellent features including CarPlay which works well. HD radio would have been a nice addition. When the unit is closed it is unassuming and serves as a theft deterrent. Would recommend this unit to anyone who prefer the flip out type.

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iPhone (CarPlay)
& Android (Android Auto) Integration

Android Auto: The Pioneer NEX receiver supports the Android Auto app for Android smartphones running OS Lollipop (5.0 or newer). Your compatible Android smartphone must be connected to the NEX receiver's rear-panel USB port via the included USB extension cable and your phone's USB cable, plus be paired via Bluetooth (your vehicle's parking brake needs to be engaged to initially setup Android Auto). Android Auto extends the Android platform into your car in a way that's purpose-built for driving and automatically brings you useful information and organizes it into a simple on-screen interface that is simple to use in the vehicle. It's designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road ahead. Features of Android Auto include -

Google Assistant: The Pioneer receiver enhances your Android Auto experience even more by incorporating Google Assistant using the head unit's external microphone and your car speakers for voice command and text-to-speech, which makes using Android Auto and all of its integrated applications fast, easy, and safe. You will need to press the "mic" button or say "OK Google" to activate the Google Assistant. Use the Google Assistant to make a call, send a message, reply to a message, get driving directions, listen to music, or even control select Google Assistant smarthome enabled devices.

Google & Waze Maps: Use Google Maps to get where you're going with on-screen maps, voice-guided navigation, live traffic information, lane guidance, and more. Select your destination by using the head unit's touchscreen or just say where you want to go through the unit's external mic and Google Speech Technology. You can even listen to music from your Android Auto device or other connected source device while using Google Maps. If you prefer, you can switch over to a simpler version of the community-based Waze navigation app (version 4.27 or higher).

Phone & SMS: With Android Auto you get access to your contacts and messages through the Alpine receiver while keeping your eyes on theÃ'Â road. Use the unit's external mic and Google Speech Technology to make a phone call, or have your text-messages read aloud to you while you concentrate on the road ahead; you can even reply to texts via voice command.

Music: Access your Android smartphone's music library through the Alpine receiver via Google Play Music. You'll be able to browse music like you do on your smartphone with song/artist information display and album art. Use the receiver's touchscreen to select songs or just say what song you want to listen to through the head unit's external mic and Google Speech Technology. You also get access to online music and radio stations from Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, SiriusXM, Slacker Radio, Tune-In, and more; as well as news, sports and talk radio apps. Music apps include song and station browsing, plus song/artist information and album art or station logo. Click here for a list of all compatible apps for Android Auto.

Notes:

Make sure the "USB MTP" setting in the receiver's menu is turned off before using Android Auto.

Android smartphones with a USB Type-C connector (including the Pixel) may not function without appropriate USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable. Click here for more details.

Bluetooth hands-free phone and wireless music streaming cannot be used while Android Auto is being used with a connected Android smartphone.

Use a USB cable that is under 6' long and avoid using any extension cable other than the one supplied.

The initial setup for Android Auto requires that your vehicle be stopped and the parking brake is engaged. You will need to connect the parking brake wire of the receiver's harness to your vehicle's parking brake circuit for the head unit to recognize that the vehicle's parking brake is engaged.

Apple CarPlay: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
features
Apple CarPlay, the smarter and safer way to use your iPhone in the car. The Pioneer
AVH-3500NEX
supports
Apple CarPlay through your USB-connected iPhone (iOS 7.1+) with Lightning
connector. Your iPhone can be connected to the NEX-series head unit's rear-panel
USB port
via the included USB extension cable and a Lightning-to-USB cable. Apple CarPlay is specially designed for driving scenarios. You can control CarPlay from the Pioneer receiver's touchscreen controls or use Siri to control to control CarPlay with just your voice. You'll be able to use CarPlay to get directions, make phone calls, listen to voice mails, send/receive text messages, select music, and even control Apple HomeKit compatible devices in a way that keeps you focused on the road ahead.

Navigation Maps: The power and simplicity of Apple Maps comes to your dashboard; complete with turn-by-turn direction, traffic conditions, and estimated travel time. You can enter a new destination or choose a favorite or recent destination using the head unit's touchscreen or by simply asking Siri. CarPlay can also predict where you most likely want to go using addresses from your email, text messages, contacts, and calendars. If you have iOS 12.0 or newer on your iPhone with the latest version of Google Maps or Waze, you can choose to navigate via the Google Maps or Waze application instead of Apple Maps. Google Maps and Waze do not support Siri voice control, but will have their own proprietary voice control function which has to be accessed through a touchscreen icon on the receiver.

Phone & Messages: You'll be able to make calls, return missed calls, and listen to voicemails through the Pioneer receiver. Siri can also help you do all these things. In addition, Siri can send, read, and reply to your text messages for you; so you never have to look at your iPhone while driving.

Music Library: Access your artists, song, playlists, and iTunes Radio on your iPhone using the Pioneer receiver's touchscreen. Or, just tell Siri what you'd like to listen to. The head unit's touchscreen will display song/artist information, as well as album art in the background.

Apps: CarPlay also supports additional audio apps that you've downloaded to your iPhone for enjoying music, radio, sports, news, podcasts, & audiobooks (subscriptions and fees may apply). Control these apps from the head unit's touchscreen just like you would from your iPhone. Current supported apps include:

Apple HomeKit Compatible: CarPlay now supports control of Apple HomeKit enabled devices (sold separately) through Siri. Using CarPlay in your vehicle, you can ask Siri to close or open your garage door, turn on or off home lighting, increase or decrease the temperature of your thermostat, as well as control select functions of other Apple HomeKit enabled devices and appliances. Click here for a list of compatible Apple HomeKit products.

Notes:

Use the included USB extension cable and an "Apple Certified"
Lightning-to-USB extension cable (not included) for connection. Any
other USB extension cable or non-certified cable can cause CarPlay to
malfunction.

Bluetooth hands-free phone and wireless music streaming cannot be
used while Apple CarPlay is being used with a connected iPhone.

WebLink (for iPhone & Android): Download the WebLink Host app (for Apple iOS 10.0+
or Android OS 5.0+) and connect your compatible iPhone or Android smartphone via USB to access select apps such as YouTube, Yelp, and
Zomato through the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX. The apps must be downloaded on your
compatible mobile device and can then be accessed through the Pioneer receiver's
touchscreen using the WebLink interface.

YouTube: With WebLink, you can access YouTube (for
Apple iOS 10.0+ and
Android OS 5.0+) and play videos on the Pioneer receiver's touchscreen monitor (your vehicle's parking brake will need to be engaged). You can select videos from a variety of categories or search by keyword(s).

Yelp: Yelp (for
Apple iOS 10.0+ and
Android OS 5.0+) uses automated software to recommend the most helpful and reliable reviews for the Yelp community among the millions submitted. The software looks at dozens of different signals, including various measures of quality, reliability, and activity on Yelp. Let Yelp help you find the best Restaurants, Hotels, Automotive Service Centers, Banks, Shopping Malls, and more. Search by Category, Favorites, Distance, Point on the Map, or Keyword. A keyword search requires that your vehicle's parking brake be engaged.

Zomato: Zomato (for
Apple iOS 10.0+ and
Android OS 5.0+) lets you search for and discover restaurants to eat out
at or order in from. Browse through restaurant menus, photos, user reviews
and ratings to decide where you want to eat, and use the map feature to
guide you there.

MediaPlayer: WebLink's MediaPlayer allows you to access your Apple iOS or Android devices stored music
and video library for playback (content must be stored on the device and not
the cloud). From the receiver's touchscreen, you can browse your phone's music library by Artist, Album, Genres, Playlist, or Songs. You can also search your music by typing in an artist's name or a song title (the vehicle's parking brake has to be engaged for this feature). In addition, you get playback controls such as Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track, & Random/Repeat. The DVD receiver's screen will display song/artist/album information, along with album art.

Notes:

Once you have your device connected to the head unit and you have selected WebLink as the source, the WebLink app is not controllable from your Apple iOS or Android device. If you need to control the WebLink app from your smartphone, you will have to disconnect your phone's cable from the Pioneer receiver.

The WebLink app must be opened as the primary app on your phone. If you press the home button or go to access other apps on your phone, the WebLink apps will pause on the Pioneer receiver, until the WebLink app is the primary app again. WebLink
will not work with the app only running in the background.

Some apps within WebLink will require that your vehicle's parking brake be engaged to operate certain functions & features of the application.

Smartphone Music Playback: If you don't desire Apple CarPlay, Android Auto,
or WebLink, you can simply connect your Android or Apple iOS device via USB for
music playback only through the Pioneer AVH-1500NEX.

Android MTP Compatible: The receiver supports MTP for playback
& control of stored music files on your Android (OS 4.0+) device through the
Pioneer receiver's rear-panel USB port. In this mode, you get basic playback
control (like Play/Pause & Previous/Next Track), plus song/artist information on
the receiver's LCD screen. During MTP connection, you cannot use your Android
smartphone's touchscreen to control music playback and you cannot select music
apps from your smartphone for playback. However, you can continue to listen to
stored music on your Android smartphone through the head unit while you check
your Calendar, Facebook, Texts, etc on your phone. You smartphone's battery will
also be charged while connected via USB (5V/1.5A).

iPod/iPhone Compatible: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX's rear-panel
USB port can be used to connect your Lightning Apple device or 30-pin iPhone 4S
to the head unit. You'll need a Lightning-to-USB cable to connect your Apple
device with Lightning connector, or a 30-pin to USB cable to connect your iPhone
4S. The USB connection allows for audio playback (stored music and music apps), music browsing
(playlist/song/artist/album/genre/etc.), song/artist/album
display (including album art), and charging of your compatible iPhone or iPod.
Additional powerful searching tools, such as Link Play and Alphabet Search help you find your content even faster.

ABC Category Search: Once you have selected a category (playlist/song/artist/album/genre/etc.), you can search each category alphabetically (A-Z).

Link Search: Link Search allows you to play songs related to the currently playing song. Link Search lets the head unit create an album list of the currently playing artist, a song list of the currently playing album, or an album list of the currently playing genre.

Note: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX does not support AOA 2.0 for Android
devices.

Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the head unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If
this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.

Cellular & Data Plan Requirements: Access to CarPlay, Android Auto, and WebLink will depend on the availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for purposes of allowing your iPhone or Android device to connect to the Internet. Your compatible Apple or Android device will need an active Data Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, LTE (4G), or WiFi.

Smartphone Charging: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX will also charge (5V/1A) your Android smartphone or Apple iPod/iPhone device while connected via USB with the vehicle's ignition switch set to the 'ACC' or 'On' position.

Built-in Bluetooth

Bluetooth 4.1: The AVH-3500NEX
is equipped with
built-in Bluetooth version 4.1, allowing you to make and receive phone calls
wirelessly through the receiver; as well as stream music wirelessly from your
smartphone to the head unit. In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, your
phone must also be Bluetooth compatible and be able to interpret certain
profiles. This unit is compatible with the following Bluetooth Profiles -

Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some
Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may
not support all features when used with the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
.

Simple Secure Pairing (SSP): With Secure Simple Pairing
(SSP), you can easily pair a Bluetooth enabled phone to the AVH-3500NEX
without having to enter pin codes or go through complicated settings. Up to 5
Bluetooth-compatible devices can be paired to this
head unit.

Dual Phone Connection: You are able to keep two Bluetooth-enabled smartphones connected
at the same time, so you can switch between phones from the head unit's
touchscreen, without having to connect or re-connect devices.

Auto Re-Connection: Once an already paired Bluetooth
device is in close proximity to the receiver, the auto connection function
automatically links the head unit and device together. If two Bluetooth
devices were connected the last time, the two devices are connected to this
unit automatically in the order that they are registered in the device list.

Hands-Free Communication (w/ External Mic): The
Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
supports wireless hands-free communication for your Bluetooth
enabled mobile phone. Thanks to the latest Hands-Free Profile (HFP 1.6) with
wideband speech capability, the AVH-3500NEX
provides more natural sound quality
and details during wireless calls. The AVH-3500NEX
allows you to carry on a
phone conversation from your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone using the head
unit's external microphone and your car audio speakers. During a conversation
you can adjust the volume, as well as switch between the Private Mode (talking
directly on your cell phone) and the Hands Free Mode.

Answering A Call: During an incoming phone call, the
head unit will display the caller's information and an audible ring tone
will be heard through your vehicle's speakers. You can manually answer an
incoming call or have the unit automatically answer the call.

Making A Call: The AVH-3500NEX
offers a variety of ways
to make call using the in-dash receiver.

Direct & Preset Dialing: You can make a call by entering the
phone number using the head unit's touchscreen keypad. You can also store up to six phone
numbers as presets for quicker dialing.

Phone Book: The phone book (up to 1000 contacts) in
your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone will be transferred automatically
when the phone is paired to this unit. After finding the number you want
to call in the phone book from the head unit, you can select the entry
and make the call. If a lot of numbers are registered in the phone book,
you can search for a phone number by the contact person's name
alphabetically.

Call Log: The 80 most recent calls dialed,
received, and missed are stored in memory. You can browse them and call
numbers from these lists.

Voice Dialing via Siri: When paired
and connected with an iPhone 4S or later via Bluetooth, the Pioneer head
unit has the ability to access Siri through its touchscreen controls and
external microphone. You'll be able to
dial a phone number or contact via voice command.

Note: Advanced phone operations that require attention,
such as dialing numbers on the touchscreen monitor or adjusting Bluetooth
settings, are prohibited while driving. The vehicle's parking brake must be
engaged to access these functions.

Wireless Audio Streaming: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
also
supports wireless audio playback (AD2P) and control (AVRCP) of a Bluetooth
enabled audio player or smartphone. The head unit can stream music stored on
your Bluetooth enabled device or music apps you have downloaded on your device.
When an incoming call or outgoing call is in progress from your Bluetooth
enabled mobile phone, audio streaming will be paused so you can take your call.

Song/Artist Info: The head unit will also display your
stored music's and music app's song information; such as Artist name and
Song/Album title (app must also support). Album Art not supported.

Siri Eyes-Free Functionality: When connected to
an iPhone (iOS 6.1+) with Siri via Bluetooth, the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
has the
ability to access Siri through its touchscreen and external microphone for Siri
Eyes-Free functionality. When activated, Siri voice prompts play through the
vehicle's speakers and the user's commands and questions are received and
transmitted to the receiver using the external microphone. Siri Eyes-Free
provides access to many iPhone Siri functions such as music selection, making
phone calls, and audible navigation (map will be displayed on iPhone); as well
as listening to text messages, calendar information, and reminders. The head
unit's audio is attenuated while Siri provides audible voice prompts.

Note: The head unit's touchscreen monitor will only
indicate hands-free calling and song/artist information (all other functions
of Siri are only audible through the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
; visual data will
still need to be viewed from your iPhone device).

Internet+SiriusXM+AM/FM Radio

Spotify Online Music Service: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
has
the ability to playback & control content from the Spotify music app (for
Apple iOS 10.0+ or
Android OS 4.0+) on your USB or Bluetooth connected iPhone, or Bluetooth
connected Android smartphone. Your Apple iPhone must be connected to the
AVH-3500NEX
via a Lightning-to-USB cable or paired via Bluetooth. Your Android
smartphone must support A2DP/AVRCP/SPP Bluetooth profiles and be paired with the
Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
. Your iPhone or Android smartphone will also need an active
Data Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, LTE (4G), or
WiFi. If you are a
Spotify Premium user (requires a monthly paid subscription), you can enjoy
ad-free, high quality music even when there is no internet connection.

Playback & Search Control: You can play, pause and skip
tracks, browse playlists, albums and radio stations through the Pioneer
receiver's touchscreen controls.

Song/Artist Info + Album Art: You also get song/artist
information and album art on the unit's LCD touchscreen.

Pandora Internet Radio: The Pandora App (for
Apple iOS 11.0+ or
Android OS 4.0+) lets you play music from the
Pandora music service
through the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
using your USB or Bluetooth connected
Apple iPhone, or Bluetooth connected Android smartphone. Your iPhone or Android
smartphone will also need an active Data Plan account with connection to the
Internet via 3G, EDGE, LTE (4G), or WiFi. The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
will provide
control over the Pandora music service & display Artist, Album, & Song
information; as well as Album art.

Station List, Presets, & New Stations: You can select Pandora stations
from your Station List by date or alphabetically. You can also store six
Pandora Radio preset stations for even easier recall. New stations can be created based on the
current songs or artists playing.

Shuffle & Skip Songs: You can also listen to songs played randomly
from various stations within your Station List. You can skip song tracks within a station.
You cannot skip back to a previous song. Pandora limits the number of skips
allowed.

Thumbs Up/Down & Bookmarking: You can give songs a thumbs up or
thumbs down to help Pandora personalize stations to suit your preferences. The song/artist currently being played can
be bookmarked & stored in your Pandora account.

Apple Music Radio: You can playback Apple Music Radio on
your USB-connected Apple iOS device through the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX. With a WiFi
or cellular connection, you can listen to Beats 1 and other live radio
stations. Apple Music subscribers can also listen to on-demand stations for
every genre or create their own stations. You can use the head unit's
touchscreen to select between your Apple Music Radio stations, playback songs
similar to the current song, stop playback of the current song, and add the
current song to your iTunes wish list. Apple Music Radio playback is compatible
with the following Apple iOS devices -

SiriusXM 3.0 Ready: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
is SiriusXM 3.0
Ready so you can listen to commercial-free music, all your favorite sports,
exclusive talk and entertainment, comedy, news, traffic, weather, and more.
Simply activate a SiriusXM Radio subscription (fees will apply) and connect the
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (220SXV300,
sold separately) to the dedicated port on the rear of the receiver for playback
and control of satellite radio. Check out the most popular SiriusXM subscription
packages
here.

Channel/Category Lists + Song/Artist/Album Info: The
Channel List displays a list of all available channels. The Category List
displays all available categories and stations within those categories.
Displayed Information such as Channel Name, Artist Name, & Song Title can be
viewed on the head unit's LCD touchscreen. You also get station logo
identification and album art.

Category Scan + Instant Replay: During Category Scan,
the live broadcast for each channel in the current category plays for six
seconds at a time. The SiriusXM Instant Replay function lets you pause,
rewind, and replay up to 60 minutes of live content from the station that
you are currently listening to.

SmartFavorite Presets + Featured Favorites: You can
store up to 18 SiriusXM Satellite Radio Station Presets with special tuning
features such as TuneStart, TuneScan, & TuneMix (see below). Featured
Favorites are groups of channels that are created by the SiriusXM
Programming department allowing to discover new channels. Featured Favorite
channels are dynamic and can change often, allowing you to discover new
channels.

TuneStart, TuneScan, & TuneMix: TuneStart automatically
start songs from the beginning when you tune to one of your SmartFavorite
music channels stored on the current band of presets. TuneScan lets you scan
through short previews of songs you may have missed on music channels stored
on the current band of SmartFavorite presets. TuneMix plays a unique blend
of songs from music channels stored in the current SmartFavorite preset
band.

Traffic, Weather, & Sports: You can tune in and listen
quickly to information pertaining to weather and traffic from a particular
city you have specified. You can also be alerted when your favorite sports
teams are playing so you can tune to the appropriate station quickly.

Parental Control: The SiriusXM Parental Control feature
allows you to control access to channels that you consider inappropriate for
younger listeners. When enabled, The Parental Control feature requires you
to enter a 4-digit passcode to tune to the locked channels.

RDS: The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist, title, and album when listening to compatible AM/FM stations.

BSM (Best Stations Memory): BSM lets you automatically store the six strongest stations under preset buttons 1-6 of the currently tuned band. The tuner has 3 FM banks and 1 AM bank. You can store 6 presets for each bank giving you a total of 18 FM presets and 6 AM presets.

Local Tuning: Local seek tuning lets you tune in only those radio stations with sufficiently strong signals for good reception. There are 4 levels of sensitivity for FM and two levels for AM. The higher settings allow reception of only the strongest stations, while lower settings let you receive progressively weaker stations.

Disc & USB Playback

Compatible Discs: The AVH-3500NEX
supports playback of DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, CD-Audio, and CD-R/RW discs with a variety of music and video files.
The unit has a front-loading disc slot for easy disc insert and eject; the unit's motorized-retractable monitor doesn't even have to be open to insert, play, or eject a disc.

Off Insert/Eject: You can insert or eject a disc with unit's
power off, as long as your vehicle's switch is in the accessory or on
position. The unit will not automatically begin playback when you insert a
disc with the unit off; you'll need to power the unit on and select disc as
the playback source.

Direct DVD Search: During DVD playback, you can go
directly to a specific Title or Chapter by entering the number using the
unit's touchscreen numeric keypad.

Parental Lock: This unit features an 8-level Parental Lock
system protected by a user-selected 4-digit password to prevent certain DVD's
from being played back on the AVH-3500NEX.

Installation Angle: Optimum disc playback performance is
obtained when the unit is installed at an angle of less than 30-degrees.

USB MSC Playback: The unit's
rear-panel USB (type-A) port and 58" USB extension cable allows you to connect a
USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device; such as a USB thumbdrive. The USB port enables playback & control of music, video,
and photo files stored on your portable USB MSC device through the Pioneer
AVH-3500NEX
. USB devices that can be charged via USB will be charged when
plugged into the DVD receiver
's USB port (5V/1.5A) and the vehicle's
ignition switch is set to ACC or On.

Audio & DSP Section

MOSFET50 Internal Amplifier: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
is
equipped with a MOSFET amplifier. Compared to conventional power supplies, the
MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, and it delivers
increased power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise.
More power means louder and cleaner music at higher volumes because you're not
pushing the limits of the amplification circuit.

Note: The power specifications for the AVH-3500NEX
are
compliant with the CTA-2006 Mobile Amplifier Power Testing and Measurement
standards from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). These standards
were developed as a way to equitably compare power specs from model to model
and between manufacturers.

4V/6CH Preamp Outputs + Sub Control: The Pioneer
AVH-3500NEX
features three pair of 4.0-volt preamp outputs
(Front/Rear/Subwoofer). The unit's front and rear preamp output can be faded
(front/rear), while the subwoofer preamp output is non-fading. The Pioneer
AVH-3500NEX
lets you adjust the subwoofer preamp output's phase
(normal/reverse) and volume (+10 to -24).

Crossovers: The AVH-3500NEX
employs high-pass and low-pass
crossovers to tailor the head unit to your connected speaker setup.

Standard: Allows you to set the high-pass and low-pass crossover
network for a standard Front, Rear, and Subwoofer speaker setup using either
speaker-level or low-level outputs.

HPF: The head unit's -6 to -24dB/octave high pass filter only
allows frequencies higher than those in the selected range (50, 63, 80, 100,
125, 160, 200Hz) to your front and rear speakers through the unit's speaker-level or
line-level outputs.

LPF: The subwoofer preamp output features an -6 to
-24dB/octave
low pass filter so only frequencies lower than those in the selected range
(50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200Hz) are output to your connected subwoofer.

Network: Allows you to set the high-pass and low-pass crossover
network for a complex 3-way speaker system with Highs, Mids, and Sub using
low-level outputs only.

Highs: The high-pass crossover for your tweeters can be set
to 1.25, 1.6, 2, 2.5, 3.15, 4, 5, 6.3, 8, 10, or 12.5 kHz with a -6 to
-36dB/octave roll-off.

Mids: You can set a high-pass and low-pass crossover from
your midrange/midbass drivers. The high-pass crossover can be set to
1.25, 1.6, 2, 2.5, 3.15, 4, 5, 6.3, 8, 10, or 12.5 kHz with a -6 to
-36dB/octave roll-off. The low-pass crossover can be set to 26, 31.5,
40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200, or 250 Hz with a -6 to -36dB/octave
roll-off.

Lows: The low-pass crossover for your subwoofers can be set
to 26, 31.5, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200, or 250 Hz with a -6 to
-36dB/octave roll-off.

Listening Position & Time Alignment: For a better
sound-stage you can select your optimal listening position. You can choose
from All, Front Left, Front Right, or Front. You can also select to manually
fine tune the sound stage, using Digital Time Alignment (DTA) by selecting
the distance (0-200") for each individual speaker in the vehicle compared to
your listening position.

Advanced Sound Retriever: The Advanced Sound Retriever
automatically enhances compressed audio and restores the original richness
of the recording. When the Advanced Sound Retriever is on, the high
frequency range is compensated to match the frequency response curve to the
original sound. There are two available levels of the Advanced Sound
Retriever effect.

Bass Boost: You can easily boost the subwoofer bass
level by using the Bass Boost function. The Bass Boost feature allows you
increase the subwoofer level from 0 to +6 (12dB).

Loudness: The Loudness function compensates for
deficiencies in the low- and high-frequency ranges at low volume. You can
set the Loudness to High, Mid, Low, or Off.

Speaker Level: You can adjust each speaker and sub channel
independently from +10 to -24 to best even out the sound in your vehicle.

Source Level Adjustment (SLA): This function lets you
adjust the volume level of each source to prevent
radical changes in volume when switching between sources. Settings are based
on the unit's FM volume level, which remains unchanged. Each source can be
independently adjusted from -4 dB to +4 dB.

Auto Level Control (ALC): This function automatically corrects the audio level
difference between the music files and/or the sources.

Rear Speaker Setup: The rear speaker outputs can be set to provide full range
output with full fading capability, or they can be set to provide non-fading
subwoofer (low-pass) output. When the rear speaker outputs are set to subwoofer
mode, the rear preamp outputs also switch from full range to subwoofer outputs.
When set for subwoofer operation, you can connect the rear speaker leads
directly to two small 4-ohm passive subwoofers or a dual voice coil sub with
4-ohm voice coils. If you prefer to use a single 2-ohm subwoofer, you can
connect the woofer to one set of speaker leads, leaving the other set of rear
leads disconnected. The maximum output provided when a 2-ohm load is connected
to one set of leads is 70 watts.

Beep Tone: The in-dash head unit provides an audible beep to
confirm button operation. You can turn this feature on or off.

AV + NAV Connectivity

Dual AV Inputs: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
has dual AV inputs
to connect two external audio/video sources. The head unit has a rear-panel
3.5mm minijack AV input for connecting a portable audio/video device. There is
also a rear-panel composite video/stereo RCA AV input for connecting a video
component such as a mobile TV tuner or game console.

Video Output: A single RCA composite video-output jack
allows you to an add external monitor, such as rear headrest or overhead monitor
(sold separately). The video output can display a DVD, USB or AV-input video signal
when its selected as the receiver's source, regardless if the vehicle's parking
brake is engaged or not.

Note: CarPlay, Android Auto, & WebLink are not supported
by the video output.

Camera Input w/ Parking Assist Guidelines: The Pioneer receiver is equipped with a composite video rear-view camera input for the addition of an optional backup camera (130NDBC8, sold separately). The unit provides on-screen guidelines to assist you when backing up and parking your vehicle. These guideline do not automatically appear on the rear-view image. You must tap the "Park Assist Guidelines" icon on the touchscreen while the rear-view image is visible on the receiver's touchscreen. You can also turn the unit's composite AV input into a second camera input for adding a front camera (sold separately). The dedicated rear-view camera input offers two view modes -

Auto View: The unit features a function that
automatically switches to the rear camera image. When the vehicle's
transmission is put in reverse, the screen automatically switches to the
rear view camera (violet/white wire of the harness must be connected to the
vehicle's reverse lamp circuit for automatic video switching). Automatic
video switching takes approximately 0.8 seconds.

Camera View: There is also a Camera View mode which
allows you to manually bring up the rearview camera image on the receiver's
touchscreen monitor to check what is behind you while driving. You can leave
the Camera View mode on if you want to see the rearview image at all times;
for instance when towing a trailer.

Note: The rear view camera feature is meant as a back-up
aid only; never solely rely on the rear-view camera when backing-up. In
addition to using the rear-view camera, always look behind you to make sure
everything is clear when backing up your vehicle.

Navigation Ready: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
allows you to
connect the Pioneer AVIC-U280 add-on navigation unit (130AVIC280,
sold separately) through its RGB Input. This versatile hideaway unit allows you
to switch to navigation mode with the touch of a button. Get to your destination
by inputting an address or search through the POI library while enjoying
whatever source is currently playing.

Touchscreen & Remote Control

Motorized Clear Resistive LCD Touchscreen: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX features a 6.94" clear resistive LCD touchscreen display with a resolution of 800 (RGB) x 480, for a total of 1,152,000 pixels. The clear resistive panel is designed to enhance the visibility of on-screen graphics and images, making them appear clear and crisp. The touchscreen display allows you to control this unit and a connected component such as an iPod/iPhone, Android smartphone, Bluetooth phone, or USB mass storage class device. Menus appear on screen for making function choices, audio adjustments, and setting up the system. The angle of the touchscreen display can be adjusted up or down 100Â° (15 different positions) to meet your viewing needs in the car. It can also be extended out an extra 0.25" to prevent interference with dash controls behind it.

Favorites: You can register the desired menu items on the
AVH-3500NEX
's "Favorites" menu screen. Registering your favorite menu items
allows you to quickly jump to the registered menu item by a simple touch on the
favorites menu. Up to 6 menu items can be registered as a "Favorite".

OSD + Backgrounds: The color of the on-screen display
can be set to red, amber, green, blue or white. The background display can
be selected from 8 different preset displays for the AV Operation screen and
5 different preset displays for the Home Menu screen. In addition, you can
change the background display to other images imported from an external USB
device.

Widescreen Modes: You can choose from the following
widescreen modes when playing back video - Full (4:3 picture is enlarged in
the horizontal direction only; enabling you to enjoy a 4:3 picture without
any omissions), Zoom (4:3 picture is enlarged in the same proportion both
vertically and horizontally; ideal for a 16:9 screen), Normal (4:3 picture
is displayed as it is).

Note: You can close the motorized-retractable touchscreen monitor and still listen to an audio source and cotnrol basic playback functions and volume control from the front-panel buttons.

Front-Panel Control w/ Custom Illumination: In addition to
the touchscreen controls, the unit includes frequently used buttons along the
lower front-panel. The color of the button illumination can be set to
red, amber, green, blue, white, or scan (constantly cycling through the color
spectrum). You can also create a custom color to match your vehicle's interior
lighting (112 colors to choose from).

Dimmer: The receiver's touchscreen display & button
illumination can be dimmed manually, automatically or via a timer. You can set
the unit's LCD touchscreen & button illumination to automatically dim when your
vehicle's headlights are turned on (this function requires that the orange/white
illumination wire in the wiring harness is connected to the vehicle's headlight
circuit). You can also set a specific time and duration for unit's LCD & button
illumination to dim.

Remote Functions: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
DVD receiver includes a
wireless remote control and offers steering wheel control capability (adapter required).

Wireless Remote Control: The Pioneer AVH-3500NEX
includes an
IR remote control (CXE5116) for wireless operation of the DVD receiver
and your connected devices. The included remote does offer Bluetooth phone
functions.

Optional Steering Wheel Controls: The head unit features
an OEM steering wheel remote control input on the rear of the unit that lets you
keep your vehicle's factory radio steering wheel remote controls when used with
an optional
steering wheel audio control adapter
(sold separately).

Parking Brake Interlock: This unit has a parking brake
interlock system that prohibits viewing of video programming and operating
certain controls when the vehicle is in motion. In order to watch video on the
in-dash monitor, the vehicle must be stopped with the parking brake engaged. The
head unit's light green wire must be connected to your vehicle's parking brake
detection circuit. The head unit's touchscreen will display a "Caution" message, if you try to
watch a video when your vehicle is in motion.

Note: The parking brake wire must also be connected and the parking brake engaged for certain setup functions and menu options.

Customer Q&A

Q

Crutchfield asked: Why did you buy this?

A

My 1987 Corvette is an oddball as it has the old GM 1.5 DIN opening and I wanted something with Carplay support. I would have preferred to use a 2 DIN unit, but the space just isn't available and this was the next best option.
[ Brian Mar 28, 2019 ]

I am assuming you're going to be hooking up the speakers directly to an interface, not an an amp. The system that I purchased included an amp and a dual coil sub woofer as well. So since all of the outputs are running from the amp. You can have a choice of either two or four Ohm speakers. I don't know what your speakers the receiver can actually operate not hooked to an amp. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. However, you should call the tech guys they are great and they should be able to give you the answer you're looking for.

[ Doggyryder May 03, 2019 ]

A

I have 6.5 inch polk audio speakers in my sound bar that are 4 ohm impedance and it worked for them I believe, didn't test much because we put an amp in at the same time.

Thanks for your question. For information on comparing two or more models I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to help determine the differences and help you make the best choice for your system and your budget.